Social Value – What Activity Are You Undertaking That You Didn’t Realise – And How to Use Them in Bids
Bid Management Services Limited
Bid Management Services provides experienced procurement and bid writers offering bid writing and tender support.
In the dynamic world of business, social value has emerged as a cornerstone of corporate responsibility. But are you aware that your business might already be involved in activities that generate social value, perhaps without even realising it? Let’s explore these unnoticed activities and how to spotlight them in your bids.
Identifying Unnoticed Activities
Often, businesses naturally engage in activities that contribute positively to society or the environment. It could be as simple as employing local staff, reducing waste, or supporting local community events. The first step is to recognise these activities by examining your existing operations and initiatives.
Recording Your Contributions
Once you've pinpointed these activities, it's essential to record them meticulously. Be it a reduced carbon footprint due to remote working or community outreach through educational webinars, maintaining a detailed record will be beneficial when articulating your social value in bids.
Aligning with Bid Requirements
Understanding the specific social value requirements in public sector bids is essential. Align your identified activities with a bid’s criteria, showcasing how your existing initiatives resonate with the bid’s social value objectives.
Storytelling
Utilise storytelling to craft a compelling narrative around your social value activities in your bids. Illustrate the impact of your initiatives through case studies, testimonials, or even visual content, painting a vivid picture of your contributions.
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Quantifying Your Impact
Where possible, quantify the impact of your activities. Use metrics and data to provide a tangible measure of your contributions, enhancing your bid’s credibility and demonstrating a results-driven approach.
Future Plans
While leveraging existing activities is vital, ensure you also outline your future plans. Showcase your forward-thinking approach by detailing the strategies in place to further your social value activities, aligning with the long-term objectives of the bid.
Collaborative Efforts
Emphasise any collaborative efforts undertaken with other organisations or community groups. Collaboration not only amplifies your impact but also demonstrates a spirit of partnership and community engagement, a highly valued aspect in bids.
Conclusion
In the competitive bidding landscape, every detail matters. Recognising and leveraging your existing social value activities can offer a significant edge, portraying your business as socially conscious and aligned with broader societal well-being objectives.
At BMS, we are here to assist you in navigating the complex landscape of social value in bids. Leveraging unnoticed activities can be your stepping stone to crafting winning bids. Contact us today for expert bid management support, and let’s turn your hidden activities into triumphant bids.
We will be hosting a webinar in conjunction with Tender Alchemy and Bidding UK on Friday 29th September titled "Where is the value in Social Value?" Registration details are below and you will receive a confirmation email containing all the information you need about joining the webinar;